English Explanatory Dictionary

kill the fatted calf

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To begin a festive celebration and rejoice for someone's long-awaited return.

Pronunciation

En-au-kill the fatted calf.ogg

Word forms

kill the fatted calf kills the fatted calf killing the fatted calf killed the fatted calf

Etymology

From the parable of the prodigal son in the New Testament.

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